San Francisco 49ers LB Erik Bakhtiari may start at outside linebacker in the preseason game Saturday, Aug. 18, because of the injuries to LBs Aldon Smith (hip) and Ahmad Brooks (undisclosed). Bakhtiari has a chance to make the final roster if he continues to play well in preseason games.

San Francisco 49ers LB Erik Bakhtiari will compete for a roster spot during training camp and his ability to play on special teams likely will be the deciding factor as to whether he will make the team.